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Dividend Stocks

Why Encana (TSX:ECA) Stock Fell by 2% in August

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Encana Corp (USA)(TSX:ECA) is mired in a multi-month slump as its stock fell by another 2% in August as it…

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Investing

Why SNC Lavalin’s (TSX:SNC) Stock Fell by 21% in August

| Mat Litalien, MBA

SNC Lavalin Group Inc's (TSX:SNC) stock took another hit in August, as a new report and a credit downgrade thrust…

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Investors: Buy These 3 Companies Before Purchasing More Cannabis Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Cannabis stocks carry considerable risk. As such, consider stocks such as Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) for your TFSA instead.

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Canadian Pacific Railway (TSX:CP) or Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

It has been a strong year for Canada's railroads, but one stands out above the other at today's prices.

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Cannabis Stocks

Legalization Part Deux: What to Expect From Marijuana Stocks Like Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB)

| Mat Litalien, MBA

After a dismal summer, marijuana stocks such as Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) are starting to rebound, and a pattern similar…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) Stock Price Fell 8% in August

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The Bank of Montreal's (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) stock suffered its worst month and worst single day drop of the year thanks to…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 3 Stocks to Boost Your Passive Income

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Stocks such as Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) offer investors a higher-than-average safe and reliable yield to boost your passive income.

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Dividend Stocks

What Does an Impending Rate Cut Mean for Your Portfolio?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Stocks such as Emera Inc (TSX:EMA), BCE Inc (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), and TC Energy Corp. (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) are poised to benefit from a…

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Tech Stocks

Which Stock Has More Upside: Shopify (TSX:SHOP) (USA) or Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD)?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Lightspeed POS Inc (TSX:LSPD) has been quietly emerging as a top stock. Is Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) ready to make way for…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Vermilion Energy’s (TSX:VET) 15% Dividend Safe?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Vermilion Energy Inc's (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET) stock price has tumbled by 50% this past year. The dividend yield is at a record…

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Cannabis Stocks

Are Cannabis Stocks Such As Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED) Due for a Bounce?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Marijuana stocks have been in a downward spiral since March. However, on the even of another significant macro event, pot…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy TD Bank (TSX:TD) Stock?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) reported mixed quarterly results. Value investors rejoice, as its stock is once again on sale.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Small-Cap Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Stocks such as Stingray Group Inc (TSX:RAY.A) offer investors value, income, and growth and are considered a triple-threat.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: How to Earn $250 a Month in Tax-Free Dividends

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Investors can turn their $63,500 in max cumulative TFSA contribution room into a reliable, tax-free income stream.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks That Can Double by 2020

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The oil and gas industry is chock-full of undervalued companies like Whitecap Resources Inc (TSX:WCP).

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Investing

3 High-Growth Stocks That Can Boost Your TFSA to New Heights

| Mat Litalien, MBA

These three growth stocks, including Dirtt Environmental Solutions Ltd (TSX:DRT), are expected to grow earnings and revenue by double digits…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA or RRSP: How to Choose Between Them

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The Tax-Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan are tax-efficient means of growing your net worth.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Pembina Pipeline (TSX:PPL) Is a Top Stock for Retirees

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Pembina Pipeline Corp (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) announced another transformative acquisition that will drive further dividend growth.

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Dividend Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) and CIBC (TSX:CM) Prove Canada’s Big Banks Stocks Are Resilient

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Despite the threat of a recession, third quarter results from these two Big Five banks will help alleviate fears of…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy These 3 Cheap Stocks Before the Market Comes to its Senses

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Stocks such as NFI Group Inc (TSX:NFI) are currently mispriced. Now is the time to accumulate shares in these cheap…

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Dividend Stocks

The Longest Dividend Growth Streaks in Canada

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Dividend growth investing is a great strategy for the conservative investor.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Monthly Dividend Stocks With High Yields

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The Canadian Aristocrat list is the perfect place to look for high paying monthly dividend stocks such as Inter Pipeline…

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Cannabis Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy Cannabis Stocks?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Bearish sentiment is at a year-low and stocks such as Canopy Growth Crop (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) are well off their highs. Should…

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Dividend Stocks

Is AltaGas (TSX:ALA) a Top Dividend Stock?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

After a yield reset, can Altagas Ltd (TSX:ALA) once again be considered a top income stock?

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy Ahead of Earnings: Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) or CIBC (TSX:CM) Stock

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Next week, Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) are reporting third quarter results.

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Investing

Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS) Stock is a Top Pick for Your TFSA

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Strong first quarter results by Canada Goose Holdings Inc (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) is a reminder why its one of the best growth…

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Dividend Stocks

Suncor’s (TSX:SU) Stock Is a Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Suncor Energy Inc's (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock has been this cheap only once over the past couple of decades.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy Cineplex (TSX:CGX) Stock?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Cineplex Inc's (TSX:CGX) stock is well positioned from a strong second half of 2019 after posting record second-quarter results.

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Bank Stocks

This Financial Stock Is a Must-Own

| Mat Litalien, MBA

goeasy Ltd (TSX:GSY) posted record quarterly earnings. Its stock is reaching new highs, and it has quietly emerged as a…

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Energy Stocks

A Top Income Stock for Your RRSP

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Pembina Pipeline Corp's (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) stock is the perfect defensive investment. It provides a safe and high yield, and it is…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Defensive Stocks to Protect Against a Market Crash

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Volatility is back, and it is time to protect your portfolio by investing in stocks such as Kirkland Lake Gold…

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Tech Stocks

Will Shopify’s (TSX:SHOP) Stock Drop Below $400?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

A double-digit drop below $400 per share would be a buying opportunity for those looking to pick up Shopify's (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP)…

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Energy Stocks

Will a Strong Second Quarter by Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Spark a Rally?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

On Friday, Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) posted strong second quarter results that beat expectations.

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Bank Stocks

The Top Dividend Growth Stock on the TSX Index

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Equitable Group Inc's (TSX:EQB) stock offers value, income and growth. No Canadian Dividend Aristocrat has matched its pace of dividend…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Top Gold Stocks for Your TFSA

| Mat Litalien, MBA

As the price of gold rises, it is the perfect time to add stocks such as Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd…

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Investing

These 2 Retail Stocks Are Amazon-Proof

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Do you fear the Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) behemoth? Canadian retailers Canada Goose Holdings Inc (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) and Aritzia Inc (TSX:ATZ) don't.

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Tech Stocks

A Top AI Stock to Buy and Hold for Decades

| Mat Litalien, MBA

CGI Group Inc (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) is one of the most reliable tech stocks on the TSX index and is a great…

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Cannabis Stocks

Short-Sellers Attack Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) Stock and the Cannabis Industry

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Cannabis stocks such as Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) and the Cronos Group Inc (TSX:CRON)(NASDAQ:CRON) are among Canada's most shorted stocks.

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Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS) Stock, 1 of Canada’s Top IPOs, Is Taking Flight

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canada Goose Holdings Inc (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) stock is up 30% from its 52-week lows. There is still plenty of upside, as…

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Dividend Stocks

Is TD Bank’s (TSX:TD) Stock a Buy Ahead of Earnings?

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canada's Big Five banks are scheduled to report third-quarter earnings next month. Toronto-Dominion Bank's (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock remains a top pick.

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